About The Course
Couple's Therapy - Part 1 provides an introduction to key theories, strategies, and interventions used in couples counselling. Participants will explore common relationship challenges, including communication difficulties, intimacy concerns, trust issues, conflict, and parenting dynamics, while learning how to create safe and effective therapeutic spaces for couples.
The course examines evidence-based approaches such as Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Attachment Theory, and other counselling models, helping clinicians develop practical skills for working with couples and navigating complex relationship dynamics. This introductory course is 3 hours (including breaks). Course content is 2.5 hours long (2.5 AASECT CEs).
Course Topics in Brief
Below is a list of the course topics in brief:
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Introduction and Course Overview
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Creating a Safe Space
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Common Issues in Couples Counselling
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Considerations in Couples Counselling
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Theoretical Models in Couples Counselling
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Attachment Theory in Couples
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Gottman Research Summary
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Normal Marital Sadism
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Couple’s Goals for Therapy
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Communication Basics
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Additional Resources and Handouts
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Resource Reflection